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Kiwi Crate: Surprise! Supplies!!!

If you've seen our posts about our favorite subscription box gifts for moms,,book subscription boxes for kids of all ages, and cool subscription gifts made for men and dads, you'll recognize that monthly subscriptions are all the rage. And now, there's one meant just for our kids, that you're going to love as much as they do. Welcome to the world, Kiwi Crate! This post contains affiliate links, and purchases may generate a small commission that helps support our team at no additional cost to you. Kiwi Crate is a wonderful, brand new subscription service for kids, created by parents. Each month, you'll receive at least two inspired activities and materials designed to get them to create and explore. Just in time for winter. This is perfect for those parents with the best intentions (ahem) who often can't find the time to assemble thought-out creative projects. Kiwi Crate's DIY capes are under $15 I checked out a box themed around gardening and it included flower pot decorating supplies, and a more science-based project around growing seeds. I love how it was meant to last longer than the usual 15 minute rush of new toy--especially if your seed-growing is as slow going as ours often are. If the monthly cost is a little much for you year round, they also offer 3- and 6-month subscriptions. I can't help but think what a great idea this would be for someone with nieces/nephews on the other side of the country or for out of state grandparents who are looking for something special to send to the kids. Or hey--send it to the grandparents so that the kids always have something creative to do when they come to visit. Not only will Kiwi Crate keep your kids flexing their creative muscles and busy for a nice chunk of time but honestly, who doesn't love getting a mystery package in the mail? -Stephanie M Get a taste of Kiwi's offerings and find out more about getting your crate full of fun at kiwicrate.com

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